Though headquartered in new jersey, ab manufactured california, mexican and texas spurs, employing many of the finest craftsmen from those regions. We also offer books about spur, bit and saddle collecting. Historical records and family trees related to august buermann. If you send us pictures of your spurs then we can tell you pretty much everything you want to know about them including the history, maker, and of course, how much you can sell them for in. In 1864 august buermann was paid to take someones place as a soldier in the union army. A spurs yoke is still secured to the back of the boot heel by straps. Get the best deals on buermann spurs when you shop the largest online selection at. Over the next 60 years buermann s company produced the most complete catalog of bits and spurs of any company in the us, producing as many as 441 spur styles and 496 bit patterns. It is interesting to study the antique spurs and wonder what old cowboy owned them and where they have been. The most common unifying mark is a 5pointed star logo. Antique buermann western spurs are hand forged with four buttons. The history of the san antonio spurs presents an appallingly sketchy story of one of the most successful franchises in recent sports history, written at about a fourthgrade level, it simply doesnt do the franchise or its players justice. He fought in the civil war and afterward returned to newark and worked for alexander barclay s company. On one side is a star logo and the the letters patd, on the other side also below the strap pin are the words hand forged steel.
Buermann spurs are marked with a variety of different stamps depending on the pattern, style, and date. August buermann was born on month day 1912, at birth place, new jersey, to august buermann and lydia emelia buermann born gruetzner. This is the concept that some people have a difficult time understanding. Browse the best of ebay, connect with other collectors, and explore the history behind your favorite finds. I think he used buermann spurs at least for the iron parts since in his catalog he used the very same picture engravings as buermann except the star trademark is obliterated leaving a white dot. Became one of big three finest bit and spur makers in the world. Collectible spurs identification and value guide antique. In 1932 the story became the basis for the tod browning produced film freaks. In 1926, north and judd bought the buermann company, its catalog, factory, and logos.
Most eureka spurs have a manufacture date in the 1880s but these could have been made as. Dont get caught napping on this historic set of spurs. I have grouped these into three groups, old masters from 1800s to early 1900s, corporate spur manufacturers companies who employed others to make spurs for them, and contemporary makers people who are still producing amazing spurs. Appraisal of silver inlaid august buermann spurs value and history of one pair of crockett spurs. Find great deals on ebay for buermann and north and judd. Some minor inconsistencies in information about when a maker or company marked their products. It is interesting to study the antique spurs and wonder what old cowboy owned. Spurs books brave new world, the lane, programme official. He fought in the civil war and afterward returned to newark, nj which was a major manufacturing city and worked for alexander barclays company. This page shows a variety of spurs made by both the old time and contemporary spur makers. In medieval times, the spurs were a symbol of knighthood and elaborate gold and silver spurs with gemstones and other crazy details became very fashionable. It explores the life and works of great spur maker august buermann, as well as his techniques.
Many contemporary spurmakers have brought the craft along to a fine art. Shortly after the war he returned to newark and purchased barclays business. Cowboy spurs and their makers tells the fascinating story of this western. Buermann spur catalog reference images from old buermann catalogs.
These unique collectible spurs were made by buermann from the 1870s to the 1920s. Individual chapters are devoted to the most prominent makers of cowboy spurs manufacturers buermann and. Get the best deals on collectible western americana spurs when you shop the. Buermann bought out barclay and renamed the company buermann. A brief history of the august buermann manufacturing company august buermann, 1842 1928 in 1863, august buermann arrived in the u. August buermann historical records and family trees.
The iceman and the admiral stand tall in spurs past and future 196669. Value of old antique spurs the good news is that if you are looking to find out how much your antique spurs are worth then you have come to the right place. Early on buermann began to patent features on his bits, and spurs. Early roman, greek, and byzantine sculpture did not, however, show horsemen wearing spurs. Buermann daisy patd star with ab inside and hand forged steeldark patina. Antique pair of buermann eureka spurs collectible made etsy. These 1870 to 1990 collectibles feature a serrated rowell. Though headquartered in new jersey, ab manufactured california, mexican and texas spurs. Cowboy spurs and their makers tells the fascinating story of this western art and the artisans and provides a valuable reference for identifying spurs used by riders of texas and the southwest. Spurs are worn with the tip of the neck pointed downward, sitting on the spur rest of the riding boot, if there is one, with the buckle of the spur strap worn on the outside of the foot. Like the cowboy himself, the way spurs developed was molded by their use and the. This is what looks to be a set of horse head spurs that were never wornthey are double marked with the star. Catalog and complete text book of star brand bits, spurs, and other saddlery hardware, manufactured by august buermann mfg.
August buermann was born in germany in 1842 but later travelled to the us after taking his apprenticeship in lock smithing. History early spurs, believed to have been used by the roman legions of julius caesar, have been unearthed in england. Professional reprint of the 1923 august buermann bit and spur catalog. For further referense, a like set of these spurs are featured on page 102 of joyce overtons 1997 book cowboy bits and spurs. A visit with contemporary spur maker jerry lindley, with pictures of him at work, traces the process and mechanics of hand forging. Original cowboy nickel plated buermann star engraved spurs. These are large buermann spurs 7inches overall length with 2inch rowels that haqve 17 rowel points. The good news is that if you are looking to find out how much your antique spurs are worth then you have come to the right place. In medieval times, the spurs were a symbol of knighthood and elaborate gold and silver spurs. The set is a nice piece of americana and a nice american history success. You can look in joyce overtons 1997 book, cowboy bits and spurs, where these exact spurs are shown on pg. Antique buermann cowboy spurs are one of the most famous and sought after designs from one of the most famous makers in cowboy spur history.
Cowboy spurs and their makers tells for the first time the fascinating story of this. In 1926 the company was absorbed by north and judd. Online shopping for tottenham hotspur from a great selection at books store. These spurs show a lot of use especially at the center of the rowels, where spinning has caused them to wear the center hole larger. Like the cowboy himself, the way spurs developed was molded by their use and the environment of the range, along with a generous dose of individualism and pride. Buermann patented steel silver and hercules bronze. Like the cowboy himself, the way spurs developed was molded by their use. The story was published in february 1923 in munseys magazine and included in robbins 1926 short story collection who wants a green bottle.
Spurs are featured on page 98 of joyce overtons 1997 book cowboy bits and spurs, with values. Well the book is an in depth look at the famous spur makers and some not so famous and the history of spurs in the new world. Mike morales bit and spur in portland, oregon made a spur model just like your pair but without the added strap. If you send us pictures of your spurs then we can tell you pretty much everything you want to know about them including the history, maker, and of course, how much you can sell them for in todays market. Buermann was a great businessman and bought out barclay and renamed the company buermann manufacturing co in 1866. History, art, culture, function cowboy gear series.
Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Value of old antique spurs antique spur collector values. These spurs are very worn and represent some great southwest history. Appraisal of silver inlaid august buermann spurs ruxtons. Over the next 60 years buermann s company produced the most complete catalog of bits and spurs of any company in the us, producing as many as 441 spur. Spurs have been around for a couple of thousand years, worn by celtic, roman, and arabian horsemen alike.
See all the latest books such as pochetinnos brave new world and the lane coffee table book. These are stamped with his trade mark 5point star and steel silver. Feb 29, 2012 cowboy spurs and their makers tells for the first time the fascinating story of this western art and the artisans who professional historians, and westerners and valuable reference for identifying spurs used by riders of texas and the southwest. This is a very early pair of antique handmade august buermann spurs they have a few marks but i cant really make out any except the buermann trade mark patd with a 5 point star just under. Unfollow buermann spurs to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Spurs finished the 200910 season in fourth place, and reached the qualifying rounds of the champions league for the first time in their history. The romans developed spurs in order to have a way to steer their horses with their legs, while leaving their hands free to fight. Cowboy spurs and their makers by jane pattie, 9781603445214, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. This item is a pair of buermann eureka spurs, model 31 on page 20 of buermanns 1923 catalog. Most all of the civilian buermann spurs after about 1912 were stamped with a star in the government contract versions. One of the most successful mass producer of spurs in the u.
Over the next 60 years buermanns company produced the most complete catalog of bits and spurs of any company in the us, producing as many as 441 spur styles and 496 bit patterns. Early august buermann handforged carbon steel spurs and original leather straps, circa 18801890, the spurs are complete and original, still retaining the spur bells, tooled leather boot covers, chain, wheel spurs, the spurs are in as found condition and have not been cleaned or restored in any way. Antique hercules bronze august buermann north and judd horse head spurs. Buermann bought out barclay and renamed the company buermann manufacturing co in 1866. In lively detail their histories unfold, along with helpful descriptions of their. Cowboy spurs and their makers by jane pattie, paperback. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. At the outsidebottom part of the yoke is a shank, which is often, but not always, adorned at its end with a. August buermann immigrated to the us from germany in 1864 and enlisted with the us army. Spurs have a long history though and spur artifacts have been found dating to dates in ancient times when riders would attach wood or bone to their feet to use as spurs. This book will become a standard reference for students, historians, and. Catalog reprintcopy of the original august buermann mfg illustrated catalogue no.
He asked his friend about the spurs and bit, and he said that his great grandparents the grandparents of the elderly couple that donated them to the club used to own a huge cattle ranch, and they just happened to be some of the things that were passed on to his parents. August buermann spurs antique spurs old spurs rare spur. Records may include photos, original documents, family history, relatives, specific dates, locations and full names. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. Warm arms, hot lead spur mccoy was on the trail of more. These old collectibles feature a 112 wide, 10 point rowell. Catalog and complete text book of star brand bits, spurs.
Cowboy spurs and their makers centennial series of the. One of the earliest 1868 and most innovative spur makers, august buermann was both a leader and a follower, who manufactured 443 different spur designs at his peak of popularity. August buermann made military spurs during the civil war but was also making civilian spurs. For further reference, a like set of these spurs are featured on page 103 of joyce overtons 1997 book cowboy bits ans spurs. Early august buermann handforged carbon steel spurs and. These antique buermann cowboy spurs have more than their share of history if only they could talk. In all that time, the design of spurs has changed little. Jack ferguson marked jf ccsc double inlaid monster pair 1 12 inch bands, 8 inch long. The famous star brand with over 400 spurs and 180 bits pictured and referenced by model number.
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